Job Introduction
Full Time
Start Date: September 2026 or January 2027
WE CANNOT PROVIDE SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS POSITION
We are seeking a committed, highly organised and qualified teacher to fulfil the role of Assistant SENDCo. The successful candidate will work closely with the current SENDCo to support the strategic development of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) provision across the school, ensuring that all pupils receive the support they need to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
The successful candidate will work alongside the SENDCo to support pupils with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities, while promoting an inclusive learning environment where every student can achieve their full potential. At Cove we have a specialist unit for the deaf and hearing loss, as well as an extensive team trained in a wide range of specialist therapies.
The Learning Support area has recently been relocated to a larger facility and now includes specialists’ rooms for reading, online independent learning, sensory therapy etc. The learning support have an additional large area used at various times for examinations, however, this is also used for small group intervention work.
The learning support team are a key resource to support our specialist mental health team and ELSA. Due to the above national average number of EHCPs and SEN-K students, two SENDCo are required to best manage the workload. Both SENDCo and Assist SENDCo are supported by a full-time administrator.
Although the requirement to hold the NPQSENDCo qualification would be desirable, this is not essential and training would be offered via the national college.
Quality First Teaching and Adaptive Teaching
Working alongside the SENDCo, the Assistant SENDCo will support high-quality adaptive teaching to ensure students with SEND make excellent progress.
The role includes:
- Supporting teachers to implement inclusive and adaptive teaching strategies.
- Sharing effective practice and resources to promote inclusion and progress.
- Undertaking learning walks with the SENDCo and providing feedback to staff.
- Supporting the development and review of EHCPs and One Page Profiles.
Training and Development
- Provide training and guidance for staff to strengthen SEND provision.
- Keep up to date with current SEND research and best practice.
- Support the ongoing development of the school’s SEND provision.
Access Arrangements
- Support the Exams Access Arrangements Co-ordinator from a Learning Support perspective.
- Liaise with staff, students and parents to ensure appropriate reasonable adjustments are in place in line with JCQ requirements.
Transition and Consultations
- Support transition arrangements for pupils with SEND between schools and key stages.
- Liaise with external agencies and complete consultations as required.
LSA Deployment
- Manage the deployment and timetabling of Learning Support Assistants (LSAs) to meet student needs.
- Monitor the effectiveness of LSA support and provide day-to-day guidance for LSAs.
Additional Duties
- Support communication with parents and external agencies.
- Contribute to monitoring and evaluating SEND provision.
- Cover for the SENDCo when required and undertake additional duties as requested by the SENDCo or Senior Leadership Team.
Qualifications:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent is essential.
- Understanding of SEND legislation and best practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
In return you can expect:
- Access to an exceptional Professional Studies Programme.
- Access to Hampshire Local Authority, Subject Specific CPD and an in-house CPD.
- To be part of a school which has a real ‘team approach’ where you will be valued and supported.
- A well-resourced curriculum area including your own laptop.
- Contribution to the Teacher’s Pension Scheme.
- Lifestyle discounts through our employee ‘Lifestyle Savings Platform'.
- Access to free counselling service via our provider ‘Health Assured’.
- Onsite parking.
- A dedicated Teaching and Learning training room.
- A staff room with complimentary refreshments and food provided on whole school events such as Parents’ Evenings.
- Two-week Autumn half term.
- A leadership that cares and supports all staff.
If you are interested in becoming part of our team, building on our success and joining us on our exciting journey to become an outstanding school, we would love to hear from you.
For further information regarding Cove School, please visit our website www.coveschool.uk
For an application form, please visit our vacancies page on our website here: https://www.coveschool.uk/join-us/work-with-us
If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.
WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS USING OUR APPLICATION FORM NOT CVs.
Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date.
Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
